Mia vs Zaraya

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mia

Girl #5 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"mine, beloved"

Origin: Scandinavian

Cultural Roots

Italian Scandinavian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5
Total SSA Count
12,113
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Mia Rank #5
Zaraya Rank #5,869

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #5869 for Zaraya.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Mia ___

  • Mia Rose
  • Mia Grace
  • Mia Jane
  • Mia Claire
  • Mia Elizabeth
  • Mia Louise

Zaraya ___

  • Zaraya Mae
  • Zaraya Rose
  • Zaraya Jade
  • Zaraya Lynn
  • Zaraya Belle
  • Zaraya Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Zaraya

Zara Alina Nikolai Daria Ivan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Zaraya more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Zaraya at #5869 in the United States.

What do Mia and Zaraya mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Zaraya means "dawn, morning light" (Slavic origin).

Are Mia and Zaraya boy or girl names?

Mia is primarily a girl name. Zaraya is primarily a girl name.

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